Not Trivial Quotes

“If they can’t think logically, then you won’t be able to use logic to persuade them.”
― Laurie Endicott Thomas, Not Trivial: How Studying the Traditional Liberal Arts Can Set You Free

“In other words, logic enables you to say something besides “because I said so” or “or else I will hit you” as a means of persuasion. The”
― Laurie Endicott Thomas, Not Trivial: How Studying the Traditional Liberal Arts Can Set You Free

“If you can’t think logically, you’ll be easy prey for con men and dishonest politicians.”
― Laurie Endicott Thomas, Not Trivial: How Studying the Traditional Liberal Arts Can Set You Free

“People who have studied logic and rhetoric are better able to persuade others. Perhaps more importantly, they are more likely to demand logical arguments and less likely to be swept away by a charismatic leader who plays on their emotions. That’s”
― Laurie Endicott Thomas, Not Trivial: How Studying the Traditional Liberal Arts Can Set You Free